City of Glendora Minutes
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
City Hall Council Chamber
116 E. Foothill Boulevard
Virtually via Zoom ID# 9329247224
The City Council also serves as members of the Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the former Community Redevelopment Agency and Housing Authority, which are concurrently convening this evening.
CALL TO ORDER
The City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority meeting was called to order at 5:01 PM.
ROLL CALL
Members Present: Karen Davis, Shaunna Elias, Mendell L. Thompson, Mayor Pro Tem/ViceChair Michael Allawos, Mayor/Chair David Fredendall Members Absent: None
Staff Present: City Manager/Executive Director Adam Raymond, City/Agency Danny Aleshire, Assistant City Manager Moises Lopez, Deputy City Manager Marie Ricci, Chief of Police Mike Randazzo, Public Works Director William Wittkopf, Finance Director/City Treasurer Kyle Johnson, Community Development Director Jeff Kugel, Recreation and Human Services Director John Aguirre, Information Technology Director Sam Robbin, Library Director Janet Stone, , Captain Shelly Gold, Support Services Supervisor Marc Archibald, Assistant Director – Human Resources Rita Wendling, Economic Development and Housing Manager Tiffany Chew, Recreation Manager Annie Warner, Senior Management Analyst Kelsey Fay, Human Resources Analyst Jaclyn Brown, Media Specialist Craig Gill, Senior Media Specialist Greg Morton, City Clerk Specialist Lorena Cordova, and Deputy City Clerk/Records Manager Roxanne Breceda
CLOSED SESSION
Closed Session titles were read into the record. There was no one wishing to provide comment.
City Manager Raymond requested to add one additional case to agenda item no. 2. A motion was made by Council Member Davis, seconded by Council Member Thompson. Seeing there were no objections, additional case was added for discussion.
The meeting convened into Closed Session at 5:05 PM.
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code §54957.6 to conduct labor negotiations. City Manager Adam Raymond, City Attorney Danny Aleshire, Assistant City Manager Moises Lopez, Deputy City Manager Marie Ricci, Chief of Police Mike Randazzo, and Assistant Director - Human Resources Rita Wendling and Human Resource Analyst Jaclyn Brown. Employee Organizations: Glendora Police Managers Association (GPMA), and American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(4), because the city is considering whether to initiate litigation in two cases.
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3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2) and (e)(1) because there is a significant exposure to litigation in one (1) but which the City believes are not yet known to a potential plaintiff or plaintiffs, which facts and circumstances need not be disclosed.
4. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code 54956.8, enable the City Council and Housing Authority to give direction to its negotiator(s) City Manager Adam Raymond, City Attorney Danny Aleshire, Assistant City Manager Moises Lopez, and Community Development Director Jeff Kugel regarding that certain real property 1762 Dale Road, APN 8631-013-023. The City's real property negotiator will seek direction from the City Council regarding Exclusive Negotiating Agreement.
Closed Session adjourned at 6:50 PM and the meeting reconvened into Open Session at 7:00 PM with all members present. City Attorney Aleshire reported the following actions: #1 - #4 A privileged and confidential briefing and discussions were held. No reportable actions were taken.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Invocation was given by Reverend Susan Scranton of Grace Episcopal Church.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Information Technology Director Robbin.
REORDERING OF AND ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
There were no requests received.
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Public Comments received
Mayor Fredendall announced public comment for Agenda Item No. 17 would be held separately.
There was no one wishing to provide comment at this time.
COMMISSIONER STATEMENTS/REPORTS
Council Member/Commissioner Elias reported attending an All-Star League game and extended well wishes to the players for their upcoming games.
Council Member/Commissioner Thompson announced the arrival of summertime and encouraged residents to help ensure a burn-free season; and reminded families to keep a close watch on children around pools.
Council Member/Commissioner Davis thanked staff for organizing the Concerts in the Park; and in light of current global events, encouraged the community to come together, support one another, and foster unity at community events.
Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chair Allawos reported that the Council of Governments Executive Board will hold its final meeting this Thursday, and City Manager Raymond will serve on the Executive Committee; and announced that the last City Council meeting before the summer recess will be held on July 8, 2025, with meetings resuming on August 26, 2025.
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Regular Meeting City Council, Successor Agency and Housing Authority Mayor/Chair Fredendall announced the Glendora Rotary Club’s Annual Field of Heroes event on July 4, 2025, at Gladstone Park—additional details are available on the Rotary website at rotaryofglendora.org, and ceremony on July 5, 2025 at City Hall; and reminded residents to enjoy fireworks safely in neighboring cities, as fireworks are not permitted in Glendora.
DIRECTOR/STAFF LIAISON AND ATTORNEY STATEMENTS
There were no statements or reports given.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
6. A Public Hearing to Consider a Resolution Approving the Issuance of Bonds for the Purpose of Financing and/or Refinancing Certain Revenue Bonds for Emanate Health and Affiliates
Item title was read into the record and the Public Hearing was declared opened. There was no one wishing to provide testimony. Public Testimony and Public Hearing were declared closed.
City Council discussion included support for Route 66 improvements and completion of projects; availability of batting cages; plans for an additional hospital building and the occupation and use of hospital facilities; issuance of bonds; and the planning process.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Allawos, seconded by Council Member Thompson, that the City Council 1. Adopt Resolution CC 2025-25 entitled, “A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDORA APPROVING THE
ISSUANCE OF THE CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REVENUE BONDS (EMANATE HEALTH) SERIES 2025 IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $90,000,000 FOR THE PURPOSE
OF FINANCING AND/OR REFINANCING THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION,
EQUIPPING, IMPROVEMENT, RENOVATION, REHABILITATION AND/OR
REMODELING (INCLUDING BY REIMBURSING EXPENDITURES MADE FOR SUCH
PURPOSES) OF HOSPITAL, HEALTH CARE AND RELATED FACILITIES AND CERTAIN OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO.” Motion carried 5 – 0 as follows: AYES: Davis, Elias, Thompson, Allawos, Fredendall; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None.
7. A Public Hearing to consider adopting Resolutions approving the Engineer’s Report and confirming a diagram and assessment for the City of Glendora Landscape Maintenance District Number 1 for Fiscal year 2025/26
Item title was read into the record and the Public Hearing was declared opened. There was no one wishing to provide testimony. Public Testimony and Public Hearing were declared closed.
City Council discussion included landscape improvements.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Allawos, seconded by Council Member Thompson, that the City Council 1. Adopt Resolution CC 2025-26 entitled, “A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDORA APPROVING THE ENGINEER’S REPORT FILED WITH RESPECT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 LEVY OF
THE ASSESSMENT IN CONNECTION WITH CITY OF GLENDORA LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1”; and 2. Adopt Resolution CC 2025-27 entitled, “A
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THE DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT FOR THE CITY OF GLENDORA LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26.” Motion carried 5 – 0 as follows: AYES: Davis, Elias, Thompson, Allawos, Fredendall; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None.
8. A Public Hearing to consider adopting Resolutions approving the Engineer’s Report and confirming a diagram and assessment for the City of Glendora Streetlight Maintenance District Number 1 for Fiscal Year 2025/26
Item title was read into the record and the Public Hearing was declared opened. There was no one wishing to provide testimony. Public Testimony and Public Hearing were declared closed.
City Council discussion included streetlight maintenance costs; potential impacts on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Price Volatility Index (PVI); and considerations related to Proposition 218.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Thompson, seconded by Council Member Davis, that the City Council 1. Adopt Resolution CC 2025-28 entitled, “A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDORA APPROVING THE ENGINEER’S REPORT FILED WITH RESPECT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 LEVY OF
THE ASSESSMENT IN CONNECTION WITH CITY OF GLENDORA STREETLIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1”; and 2. Adopt Resolution CC 2025-29 entitled, “A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDORA CONFIRMING
THE DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT FOR THE CITY OF GLENDORA STREETLIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26.”
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Council Member/Commissioner Davis, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chair Allawos, to approve Consent Calendar Items #9 - #15 as presented, affirming the actions appropriate to each item. Motion carried 5 – 0 as follows: AYES: Davis, Elias, Thompson, Allawos, Fredendall; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None.
9. City of Glendora and Glendora Successor Agency Investment Report for May 2025 The City Council and Successor Agency received and filed the monthly Investment Activity Report for May 2025.
10. Authorize Reallocation of Previously Approved State Homeland Security Program Subrecipient Agreement for Grant Year 2021 Funds to Meridian Vehicle Barriers The City Council 1. Authorized the Reallocation of the Previously Approved Funds for the 2021 State Homeland Security Program Subrecipient Agreement with County of Los Angeles for $72,000 from Flock ALPR cameras to Meridian vehicle barriers; and 2. Authorized the Purchase of 3 vehicle barriers and development equipment from Meridian Rapid Defense Group based in Pasadena, CA for $72,000, including taxes and fees.
11. Approval of the State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Subrecipient Agreement for Grant Year 2023 with the County of Los Angeles, and Authorization to Enter into Agreements with Flock Group, Inc. and Axon Enterprise, Inc. for the Acquisition and Development of Additional Stationary and Mobile Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Systems
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Regular Meeting City Council, Successor Agency and Housing Authority The City Council 1. Approved the 2023 State Homeland Security Program Subrecipient Agreement with County of Los Angeles; 2. Approved a two-year agreement with Flock Group, Inc., for the use of eleven (11) additional automated license plate readers in the amount of $71,050;
3. Approved a 31-month agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc., for the expansion of our existing Fleet 3 cameras, activating the existing automated license plate readers technology in eighteen (18) patrol vehicles in the amount of $33,278.94; and 4. Approved an increase in estimate revenues and a supplemental appropriation in the FY2024-25 Midcycle Budget from Grants Fund 280 in the amount of $100,000.
12. Authorize the transition of City Cellphone services from Verizon Wireless to T-Mobile The City Council authorized the Information Technology to transition the City’s cellphone service provider from Verizon Wireless to T-Mobile, utilizing already budgeted funds.
13. Approve expenditure in the amount of $86,113.70 for the replacement of the engine in Water Division vehicle No. 304, Kenworth T880 Vactor hydro-excavator The City Council approved the expenditure of $86,113.70 for the replacement of the engine in Water Division Vehicle No. 304 (Kenworth T880 Vactor hydro-excavator).
14. Approval of Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement for Contractual Services between CSG Consultants, Inc. and the City of Glendora Dated July 13, 2021 for Building Plan Review and Inspection Services
The City Council 1. Approved an Amendment No. 3 to the Contract Services Agreement with CSG Consultants, Inc. extending the contract term by one year and increasing the contract amount by $385,000; and 2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement.
15. Award Professional Contract Services Agreement to JMDiaz, Inc. (JMD) in an amount not to exceed $221,000 for services related to providing professional engineering and land development services
The City Council 1. Awarded Professional Contract Services Agreement to JMDiaz, Inc. (JMD) in an amount not to exceed $221,000 for services related to providing professional engineering and land development services; and 2. Authorized the City Manager to execute.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
16. Approval of a Facility Use Agreement between the City of Glendora, Glendora Unified School District and Glendora American Little League
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Allawos, seconded by Council Member Thompson, that the City Council 1. Approve the Facility Use Agreement between the City of Glendora, Glendora Unified School District and Glendora American Little League; and 2. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute the agreement, including making non-substantive changes. Motion carried 5 – 0 as follows: AYES: Davis, Elias, Thompson, Allawos, Fredendall; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None.
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Regular Meeting City Council, Successor Agency and Housing Authority Public Comment was received from Steven Mateer.
Following lengthy discussion, a motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Allawos, seconded by Council Member Thompson, that the City Council 1. Receive and file the report and 2. Provide staff with direction to return to Council no later than the last Council meeting in December with a refined capital needs assessment and various property assessments scenarios. Motion carried 5 – 0 as follows: AYES: Davis, Elias, Thompson, Allawos, Fredendall; NOES: None; ABSENT:
None; ABSTAIN: None.
NEW BUSINESS
18. Short Range Transit Plan
Following brief discussion, a motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Allawos, seconded by Council Member Thompson, that the City Council 1. Authorize staff to proceed with the phase implementation of the Short Range Transit Plan, including service redesign, capital improvements, and technology upgrades, contingent upon the acquisition of necessary fleet and infrastructure resources; 2. Direct staff to identify and pursue grant funding and other financial opportunities at the local, regional, state, and federal levels to support implementation, including vehicle procurement, bus stop enhancements, and technology systems; 3. Authorize staff to initiate procurement planning for transit vehicles, bus stop amenities, and related capital improvements, subject to available funding; and 4. Authorize staff to make necessary adjustments to the new routes as needed based on ongoing ridership trends and community feedback. Motion carried 5 – 0 as follows: AYES: Davis, Elias, Thompson, Allawos, Fredendall; NOES: None; ABSENT:
None; ABSTAIN: None.
19. First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance Updating the City’s Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Allawos, seconded by Council Member Thompson, that the City Council, introduce for first reading Ordinance 2094 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF GLENDORA OF THE CITY OF GLENDORA ADOPTING THE OFFICIAL
FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE MAP PREPARED BY THE CALIFORNIA
DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION AND THE OFFICE OF THE
STATE OF FIRE MARSHAL FOR LOCAL RESPONBILITY AREAS WITHIN THE CITY, PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 51175-51189.” Motion carried 5 – 0 as follows: AYES: Davis, Elias, Thompson, Allawos, Fredendall; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None.
COMMISSION/STAFF CLOSING COMMENTS
Council Member/Commissioner Thompson announced to attend the Community Awards event that will honor student athletes, eagle scouts, and community members, will take place on Wednesday evening.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 9:12 PM.
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Regular Meeting City Council, Successor Agency and Housing Authority Kathleen R. Sessman, MMC
City Clerk/Communications Director
Minutes were affirmed on July 8, 2025.